
Sammy’s Ongoing Journey of Courage
They thought their time at the Ronald McDonald House was over. Then came the flight that changed everything for 9-year-old Sammy.
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They thought their time at the Ronald McDonald House was over. Then came the flight that changed everything for 9-year-old Sammy.

On a family trip in West Texas, a pressurized gas can near a firepit exploded. See the miracle that brought this brave hero to RMHD.

Born with brittle bones, Katie has endured 15+ surgeries, but with RMHD’s help, she’s building an unbreakable future.

5 hours from home, a rare disorder, and a lifesaving transplant; see how the Mathenias found hope and healing at RMHD.

Once a scared sister, now an RMHD staff member; Marissa proves once you’re family here, you’re always family.

From New Mexico to Dallas, RMHD gave this family strength, hot meals, and hope through their son’s rare surgery.

A terrified mom of four found rest, relief, and community while her newborn faced heart surgery.

Two teens with big diagnoses found friendship, family dinners, and laughter inside RMHD’s walls.

A mother’s love and a son’s resilience; see how RMHD gave Tristan safety and hope during schizophrenia’s onset.

Far from home, a rare hip disorder tested Amy’s strength; RMHD gave her the space to heal and the joy of being a kid again.

The Conyers Crew The Conyers Crew, consisting of Mom, Dad, Clary Jo, and Cylee, has been a cherished part of the Ronald McDonald House of

From a spoon-washing argument in 2007 to caring for their son with DMD—see how the Kohs’ love story came full circle at RMHD.

They thought their time at the Ronald McDonald House was over. Then came the flight that changed everything for 9-year-old Sammy.

On a family trip in West Texas, a pressurized gas can near a firepit exploded. See the miracle that brought this brave hero to RMHD.

Born with brittle bones, Katie has endured 15+ surgeries, but with RMHD’s help, she’s building an unbreakable future.

5 hours from home, a rare disorder, and a lifesaving transplant; see how the Mathenias found hope and healing at RMHD.

Once a scared sister, now an RMHD staff member; Marissa proves once you’re family here, you’re always family.

From New Mexico to Dallas, RMHD gave this family strength, hot meals, and hope through their son’s rare surgery.

A terrified mom of four found rest, relief, and community while her newborn faced heart surgery.

Two teens with big diagnoses found friendship, family dinners, and laughter inside RMHD’s walls.

A mother’s love and a son’s resilience; see how RMHD gave Tristan safety and hope during schizophrenia’s onset.

Far from home, a rare hip disorder tested Amy’s strength; RMHD gave her the space to heal and the joy of being a kid again.

The Conyers Crew The Conyers Crew, consisting of Mom, Dad, Clary Jo, and Cylee, has been a cherished part of the Ronald McDonald House of

From a spoon-washing argument in 2007 to caring for their son with DMD—see how the Kohs’ love story came full circle at RMHD.

A rare rash led to a shocking diagnosis; see how Kennedy’s fight sparked a $9K lemonade stand and hope at RMHD.

Told her baby’s heart could be fixed in one surgery, Logan’s journey took years, multiple operations, and RMHD by their side.

Born at just 2 lbs; see how RMHD gave Shannon and Andres 95 days of hope until baby Persephone came home healthy.

Yrina’s Journey English Version Yrina Melendez was thrilled about her upcoming basketball season – she had been looking forward to playing for months. During her

The Ivey Family January 7, 2016 started like any other day for Stormie and Cameron. The expecting parents were excited – Stormie was carrying the

Samudra’s Story “It was more than I ever expected it to be,” is how Dominique described walking into the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas for

The Garcia Family Last year was monumental for the Garcia family. After months of searching for the answer to their, then 18-month-old, daughter Elizabeth’s condition,

D’Vyne Williams D’Vyne was two years old when her mom, Yvonne, first thought, “Something feels off.” It was a realization that built gradually over time.

The Deornellis Family Tony and Amy Deornellis were out doing their usual grocery shopping when their cell phone rang. On the other line were the

The Fosters Thursday, September 1 started out just like any other day for Emily Foster. She was going about her daily routine when all of

Jude’s Journey In March of this year, up-and-coming motocross star, Jude Smerlick, was in Kemp, Texas participating in the Spring A Ding Ding race. However,

Darrel and Michelle McCurdy had hoped and struggled for years for a family. When they found out they were expecting, they were ecstatic. Their joy

Seven years ago, four month old Bailey spent her first holiday season at Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Seven years and 13 surgeries later, Bailey and

Vasco was born in Peru on February 2, 2016 to his excited and loving parents, Eduardo and Antuane. At birth, he was diagnosed with syndactyly,

In February 2014, the Conyers learned that their second daughter, Cylee Joy, would be born with Down Syndrome and several Congenital Heart Defects that would

The Whitmore family has spent over 8 of the last 18 months, staying at Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Their first stay was last summer,

Blake Hyland received a near fatal brain injury from a gymnastics accident in February of 2014. After several surgeries and over a year of rehabilitation,
Parents don’t know when their child will need medical help. But they should know they can always access the care they need. And with your help, we can support them all throughout their journey.